Peter-Walker-Modern-Minimalism-in-Landscape-Architecture (1).pptx

Peter-Walker-Modern-Minimalism-in-Landscape-Architecture (1).pptx

1. Peter Walker: Modern Minimalism in Landscape Architecture Philosophy, Works, and Legacy in Contemporary Landscape Design

2. About Peter Walker Born: 1932, California, USA Education: UC Berkeley (BLA), Harvard GSD (MLA) Founder of SWA Group and PWP Landscape Architecture Active from 1960s–2020s; collaborated with leading architects Focus: minimalism, order, geometry, and creating emotional experiences through landscapes

3. Design Philosophy Simplicity Evokes Emotion Believes "simplicity evokes emotion." Minimalist Influences Influenced by Japanese gardens & Minimalist art (Donald Judd, Noguchi) Core Elements Prioritizes geometry, scale, texture, water, and reflection over ornamentation Cultural Integration Seeks to blend cultural meaning with urban functionality "A landscape should be calm enough to let people find their own thoughts."

4. Signature Style Clean geometric layouts grids, rows, linear plantings Minimal plant palettes often single-species massing Emphasis on water as a reflective, tranquil element Integration of open civic spaces into dense urban areas Human-scaled yet monumental in presence

5. Key Project 1 – National 9/11 Memorial, NYC (2011) Collaboration with architect Michael Arad Twin void pools mark the original towers' footprints 400 swamp white oaks symbolize resilience and healing Waterfalls create a sound barrier from city noise, evoking solemnity Achieves memorialization through minimal design and strong geometry

6. Key Project 2 – Nasher Sculpture Center Garden, Dallas (2003) Intimate Urban Garden Compact urban garden emphasizing calmness & intimacy Art-Focused Design Minimal plantings and precise layouts highlight sculptures Landscape as Stage Showcases Walker's philosophy of landscape as a stage for art

7. Key Project 3 – Novartis Campus Landscape, Switzerland (2009) Created cohesive outdoor spaces across a corporate campus Linear tree allées, reflecting pools, green courts unify diverse buildings Balances corporate identity with human well-being

8. Impact & Legacy Mainstream Modernism Helped mainstream modernist minimalism in landscape design Landscape as Art Proved that landscape can be art with few elements Global Influence Inspired a generation of urban landscape architects worldwide Recognition Honors: ASLA Medal (2004), multiple international awards

9. A Journey of Minimalism Across Scales "A Journey of Minimalism Across Scales"

10. Simplicity. Geometry. Meaning. "Landscapes should endure—quietly shaping how people feel about a place." – Peter Walker